Private therapist type?

Probably a stupid question, but i've decided i'm going to book some time with a therapist. Anyone know what type of therapist i should i look for if i want a diagnosis, i don't know a lot about them and see all different names.
My doctors nice but i don't to tell her some stuff if she's not going to do anything. I don't really want this on my record if nothing will be done. Am i correct in assuming a private therapist's stuff won't go on my main medical record. If i get diagnosed with something i want to tell my doctor, but if he says i'm just wierd i would rather it not be on my record. Thanks.

From my experience, private therapists aren't bothered about diagnosis, and won't diagnose you- even some (especially good CPNs and doctors) in MH service now aren't too bothered about diagnosis but deal with presentation.

What would a diagnosis give you? I understand how it can be helpful and be a frame of reference.

BACP is a website full of accredited therapists. Do make sure your therapist is regulated. There are a lot of therapists exploiting vulnerable people out there (regulated or not).

Whatever you tell your therapist won't be on your medical records, no. A good therapist really helped me. I wish the same for you.

plates is right, a therapist probably won't give you a diagnosis I'm afraid. And nothing you say will go on your NHS record, as she's a private therapist.

Unfortunately, I don't really know anything about private therapists, as I see my counsellor through my university. He's a private counsellor, with his own practice, but obviously my relationship with him is different.

I didn't realize they wouldn't tell you what you would be classed under. I find myself thinking about it quite a lot so was thinking if i get diagnosed with something it will put my mind at rest, and i think having someone to talk to would help.
Cheers for the link plates, i will have a good look through that. Its good that its lets you see some of the therapists in your area, which is handy.
Thank you both for replying.